San Isidro District, San Ramón facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
San Isidro
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District
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 San Isidro
Location in Costa Rica
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| Country |  Costa Rica |
| Province | Alajuela |
| Canton | San Ramón |
| Area | |
| • Total | 8.72 km2 (3.37 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,140 m (3,740 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,478 |
| • Density | 513.5/km2 (1,330.0/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Postal code |
20207
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San Isidro is a special area called a district. It is part of the San Ramón canton, which is like a county. San Isidro is located in the Alajuela province of Costa Rica.
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About San Isidro
San Isidro is a district in Costa Rica. It is known for its beautiful natural surroundings. People who live here enjoy a peaceful environment.
Geography of San Isidro
San Isidro covers an area of about 8.72 square kilometers. That's roughly the size of 872 football fields! The district is also quite high up, with an elevation of 1140 meters. This means it's located on a high piece of land, which can make the weather cooler.
People of San Isidro
The number of people living in San Isidro has changed over many years. Here's a look at how the population has grown:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1883 | 390 | — | |
| 1892 | 707 | 81.3% | |
| 1927 | 681 | −3.7% | |
| 1950 | 823 | 20.9% | |
| 1963 | 1,149 | 39.6% | |
| 1973 | 1,226 | 6.7% | |
| 1984 | 1,281 | 4.5% | |
| 2000 | 3,553 | 177.4% | |
| 2011 | 4,478 | 26.0% | |
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According to the 2011 census, San Isidro had a population of 4,478 people. This shows how the community has grown over time.
Getting Around San Isidro
Transportation is important for people to travel and for goods to move. San Isidro has several main roads that connect it to other places.
Road Transportation
The district is connected by these important road routes:
National Route 1: This is a major highway in Costa Rica.
National Route 135: This route helps people travel within the area.
National Route 169: Another important road for local travel.
See also
In Spanish: San Isidro de San Ramón para niños
